Powers and functions of the University

The University shall exercise and perform the following powers and functions, namely :— (i) to formulate and implement syllabi and curricula for various academic courses of the University; (ii) to conduct or regulate the conduct of entrance examination for all academic courses of studies, instituted by the University in the prescribed manner; (iii) to standardize methods of evaluation and assessment and to hold examinations for awarding various degrees, diplomas and certificates as per regulations; (iv) to institute and confer degrees, diplomas, certificates and other academic distinctions; (v) to develop, upgrade and start new departments and study centres in AYUSH and allied specialities; (vi) to confer honorary degrees or other distinctions on such terms and conditions, as may be prescribed; (vii) to prescribe conditions under which the award of any degree, title, diploma and other academic distinction may be withheld; (viii) to institute, maintain and administer university colleges, hospitals and laboratories and institutions of research, libraries and other institutions, necessary to carry out the objectives of the University; (ix) to prescribe conditions for affiliation or recognition of colleges and institutions and to lay down conditions under which such affiliation or recognition may be withdrawn or suspended; (x) to create, suspend or abolish posts of principals, professors, readers, lecturers and other teaching or non-teaching posts in the University and to make suitable appointments thereto; (v) to enhance computer literacy amongst the health professionals, faculty and students ; (vi) to attain the highest standards of academic excellence by providing the necessary physical infrastructure and creating an intellectual environment conducive to free flow of ideas and meaningful exchange of information ; (vii) to frame and improve the courses in AYUSH ; and (viii) to conduct research and comparative study vis-a-vis other prevalent health sciences. The University shall exercise and perform the following powers and functions, namely :— (i) to formulate and implement syllabi and curricula for various academic courses of the University; (ii) to conduct or regulate the conduct of entrance examination for all academic courses of studies, instituted by the University in the prescribed manner; (iii) to standardize methods of evaluation and assessment and to hold examinations for awarding various degrees, diplomas and certificates as per regulations; (iv) to institute and confer degrees, diplomas, certificates and other academic distinctions; (v) to develop, upgrade and start new departments and study centres in AYUSH and allied specialities; (vi) to confer honorary degrees or other distinctions on such terms and conditions, as may be prescribed; (vii) to prescribe conditions under which the award of any degree, title, diploma and other academic distinction may be withheld; (viii) to institute, maintain and administer university colleges, hospitals and laboratories and institutions of research, libraries and other institutions, necessary to carry out the objectives of the University; (ix) to prescribe conditions for affiliation or recognition of colleges and institutions and to lay down conditions under which such affiliation or recognition may be withdrawn or suspended; (x) to create, suspend or abolish posts of principals, professors, readers, lecturers and other teaching or non-teaching posts in the University and to make suitable appointments thereto; (xi) to institute and award Emeritus Professorships, Travelling or Visiting Professorships, Travelling Fellowships, scholarships incentives, prizes or other forms of encouragement to study and research in the prescribed manner; (xii) to establish, maintain or recognize hostels for students and residential accommodation for the staff of the University; (xiii) to institute and implement such measures, as may be necessary to secure the health and well being of the students and to maintain discipline; (xiv) to manage and control all immovable and movable property owned by the University or transferred to it on the appointed date or subsequent thereto, subject to the provisions of this Act; (xv) to accept, hold and manage any endowments, donations or funds, which may be vested in the University by way of grant, testamentary disposition or otherwise, and to invest such endowments, donations or funds in such manner, as the University may deem fit : Provided that no donation from a foreign country, foreign foundation or any individual in such country or foundation shall be accepted by the University, without the approval of the Government; (xvi) to borrow money with or without security for such purpose, as may be approved by the Government from the Central or any State Government, the University Grants Commission, Banks or other incorporated bodies, subject to the provisions of this Act; (xvii) to fix fees and demand and collect such fees; (xviii) to promote and conduct research in disciplines of AYUSH and health sciences and to undertake publication of works of merit; (xix) to co-operate with any other university, authority, institution, professional academy or association or any other public or private body within or outside India for the purposes and objects similar to those of the University on such terms and conditions, as may from time to time, be prescribed; (xx) to establish and maintain University libraries, research centres, museums, press and publication bureau; and (xxi) to do all such acts and things whether incidental to the aforesaid powers and functions or not, as may be necessary or desirable to further the objects of the University.